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Hair dye review raises labelling questions
18-Jun-2013 - A European Commission review that found 36 hair dye chemicals ‘may not be safe for use’ and that consumers are not ‘effectively protected’, has led a leading dermatologist to raise...
Understanding Asia’s different regulations...
06-Jun-2013 - Market entry in Asia is often a stumbling block for many and can present cosmetic companies with a number of obstacles to overcome due to different regulatory requirements. Here Cosmetics...
SCCS takes another look at propyl- and butylparaben and rules them safe again
05-Jun-2013 - Following another request to update its opinion on propyl- and butylparaben, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has ruled that the parabens are not posing any health risk in the...
Illegal cosmetics not isolated to developing markets as UK batch is found
04-Jun-2013 - Illegal cosmetics finding their way into developing markets is not uncommon, but the recent discovery of batches by UK authorities may have blown open the issue of monitoring practices in...
Cosmetics Europe opts for novel assay in alternative development venture
31-May-2013 - Proteome Sciences has been selected by Cosmetics Europe to develop in-vitro assays for testing key allergens as a replacement for animal testing based on its SensiDerm test....
EU to restrict 22 more hair dye ingredients
30-May-2013 - According to a notification document sent to the World Trade Organization (WTO), the EU is planning to restrict 22 more hair dye substances by adding them to the Annex III...
News in brief
Scientific roadmap toxicity workshop kicks off tomorrow
30-May-2013 - A workshop organised by the Center for Alternatives to Animal Testing (CAAT) is set to kick off tomorrow and will address the future of animal-free systemic testing for industry professionals.
Swedish authority evaluates sectors' knowledge on hazardous chemicals
29-May-2013 - The Swedish Chemicals Agency (Kemi) has published a report on hazardous chemical awareness in the cosmetics sector in an effort to gain understanding of their knowledge of chemical risks.
J&J’s Listerine ad doesn’t wash in the UK
28-May-2013 - A radio advert for Johnson & Johnson’s Listerine Total Care mouthwash has been banned in the UK over fears it was misleading consumers.
UAE to require labelling of nano cosmetic ingredients
24-May-2013 - The United Arab Emirates has notified the World Trade Organization's Committee of a new draft proposal on cosmetics regulation that contains a requirement for companies to label cosmetic products containing...
Industry meets to discuss need for EU register of nanomaterials
21-May-2013 - The Netherlands Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment recently hosted a conference whereby professionals gathered to identify areas where current EU legislation on nanomaterials is insufficient.
New conference to aid the industry with July 11th Directive
14-May-2013 - Analysts at 'Research and Markets' have designed a conference programme that will address and help simplify the procedures for industry professionals, following the implementation of Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009...
Ceetox sees increase in EU interest since sweeping ban
23-Apr-2013 - The organisation dedicated to the development of alternative methods for the industry have noted a major increase in interest from the EU on in vitro toxicity screening options since the...
Cruelty Free International campaign targets US animal testing ban
15-Apr-2013 - Animal rights group Cruelty Free International says it wants to follow up on the impetus from the complete ban on animal testing in Europe by launching a new campaign targeting...
SCCS puts two more cosmetic ingredients up for opinion
12-Apr-2013 - The Scientific Committee for Consumer Safety has opened opinions on personal care preservative cetylpyridinium chloride and a phosphate glass powder used in packaging, EcoG+.
Authority takes steps to curb ‘deadly cosmetics’ in Tanzania
11-Apr-2013 - On destroying 750 cartons of cosmetics worth over TZS100m that were believed to have contained harmful chemicals in Africa’s Rukwa region, the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) is urging for serious steps...
As report claims harmful chemicals found in cosmetics, industry urges not to be misled
10-Apr-2013 - A new report from a French consumer group claims to have found endocrine disruptors in many popular cosmetics products; however the Cosmetics Toiletry and Perfumery Association has once again reiterated...
Scientific Committee attributes bulk of aluminum exposure to cosmetics
09-Apr-2013 - According to a Norwegian Scientific Committee, antiperspirants containing aluminum contributes the most, in terms of exposure to the Norwegian population.
Systematic assessment of EDCs some way off, say experts
09-Apr-2013 - In light of a recent report by an expert group led by the Joint Research Centre (JRC), scientific experts reckon that the systematic assessment of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) should be...
Industry bodies back new in vitro nanoparticle safety test
03-Apr-2013 - According to the European Commission, an EU funded research project has significantly advanced the capability of in vitro testing of nanoparticles.
New cosmetic directive – will you be ready by July?
29-Mar-2013 - As July fast approaches and new regulation is set to replace the Cosmetics Directive 76/768, industry professionals must be ready to comply with new requirements for all cosmetic products placed...
Have you herd the moos? FDA re-opens comment on cow intestines in cosmetics
28-Mar-2013 - The Food and Drug Administration has reopened the public comment period on a 2005 directive allowing certain previously prohibited cattle parts to be used in cosmetics.
Viewers accuse Coty perfume ad of being 'overtly sexual'
28-Mar-2013 - The fragrance firm was contacted by the Advertising Standards Authority after it received complaints from viewers challenging whether a TV ad for its CK One perfume was overtly sexual.
EU Scientific Committee adopts opinion on UV filter
27-Mar-2013 - An opinion on the use of nanoscale 2,2’-methylene-bis-(6(2H-benotriazol-2-yl)-4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol) (MBBT) as a UV filter in cosmetics and sunscreen has been adopted by the European Commission's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety....
Physician questions whether cosmetics go a claim too far?
26-Mar-2013 - A physician has hit out at the cosmetics industry for using misleading claims in their advertising of anti-aging products and has called upon the lawmakers to put additional regulations in...
